(Fargo, ND) – The measure to support the expansion of the FARGODOME and the addition of the conference center has failed. Though 4,122 voters approved the measure, the 60 percent majority was not met. Nearly eight thousand voters cast a ballot. “The people of Fargo have spoken. But the fact remains that the FARGODOME needs critical upgrades and our community needs a conference
FARGO — Fargo residents on Tuesday struck down a measure that would have raised taxes to help fund a $140 million expansion and renovation of the Fargodome.
While just under 8,000 votes were cast, turnout fell below what City Auditor Steve Sprague had previously estimated for the December election, roughly 10,000-15,000 voters
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The Fargodome. David Samson / The Forum
FARGO After a dismal financial year hit the Fargodome due to numerous cancellations spurred by the coronavirus pandemic, a new study is shining a light on the money the institution brings to the community.
The first economic impact study of the Dome in 18 years was released this week, and it shows the venue contributed an average of $63.6 million each year in the past decade to the local economy.
The independent study, which more closely examined the year of 2019, found that year beat the average with direct visitor spending and Fargodome operations measured at $42.4 million. Secondary benefits to city businesses raised the total to $69.7 million.